23/03/2016

Book Of Condolence For Brussels Opens In Belfast

A book of condolence has opened at the Belfast City Hall following the terror attacks in Brussels on Tuesday.

At least 32 people were killed and over 200 injured after two bombs exploded at Zaventum airport and one at Maalbeek Metro.

Jihadist group Islamic State (IS) have claimed responsibility for the attacks.

The City Hall is also to be lit up in Belgian colours on Wednesday night in memory of the people who died in the tragedy.

(CD)


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